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Flannel Bush

 
California Native Plant
Plant photo of: Olea europaea
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany/Sortomme

 

Description

Flannel Bush is a fast growing, evergreen shrub that grows from 15'-20' tall. It has 3'" lobed leaves and a mass of 3" flowers that bloom in spring and early summer. It needs good drainage. It is a California native plant that isdrought tolerant and attracts butterflies.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Design Styles

Desert, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wildgarden

 

Accenting Features

Showyflower, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Bank, Background, Foundation, Publicpark

 

Special Uses

Cutflowers, Erosioncontrol, Screen, Fireresistant, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Add a rain sensor to your sprinkler controller to automatically interrupt the watering cycle when it rains.